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We know, it can sometimes seem like a crowded field when you're choosing a home theater receiver — so many models, so many technologies. This Sony ES model might just make your choice a little easier, thanks to its tempting mix of features, performance, and value, all backed by a 5-year warranty.

Sony ES — an Elevated Standard

We know, it can sometimes seem like a crowded field when you're choosing a home theater receiver — so many models, so many technologies. This Sony ES model might just make your choice a little easier, thanks to its tempting mix of features, performance, and value, all backed by a 5-year warranty.

Sound foundations

Good sound always starts with clean, stable power. The STR-DA1800ES supplies its 7-channel amplifier with a beefy power transformer. Large block capacitors provide plenty of instantaneous current when dynamic peaks in your music or movies demand it.

Wireless streaming powerhouse

This is way more than an ordinary home theater receiver. The 'DA1800ES sets a benchmark for convenience when it comes to playing music from your wireless devices. AirPlay®, Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi® — it's all here, so you can tap into your music however it suits your lifestyle.

Apple® AirPlay for iTunes® music and more

Listen to iTunes? Apple's AirPlay technology lets you enjoy your music wirelessly. The STR-DA1800ES has it built right in, so it's a simple matter of adding the receiver to your wireless network to access the songs in your library. You can stream your selections to the receiver from your computer or from a handheld device like an iPhone® or iPad®. Plus, AirPlay works with other audio apps on your handheld device, like Spotify® and iHeart® Radio (registration or subscription may be required).

Built-in Bluetooth®

Your music favorites may be on your laptop or smartphone. Bluetooth wireless technology makes it easy to listen to them all without having to connect your devices to the receiver with cables. No more plugging your phone in through its headphone jack or clearing the decks to connect the computer. You can even control music playback with your paired Bluetooth devices using the receiver's remote.

Wi-Fi included — no dongle required

With built-in Wi-Fi and an Ethernet port, the 'DA1800ES is ready to connect to your home network, either wirelessly or via a wired connection. Watch movies, listen to songs and view photos stored on your computer. Access a virtually limitless variety of free music with online services like Pandora® Internet radio or Slacker®.

Sony also offers free, downloadable apps for your iPhone or Android™ smartphone so you can use it as a convenient Wi-Fi remote. Full control is in the palm of your hand with a remote that won't get lost in the sofa cushions.

Great for movie viewing too

You can depend on Sony's STR-DA1800ES to deliver riveting surround sound with Blu-ray movies, DVDs, TV shows, and video games. It can pump out 100 watts of amplification to each of your home theater speakers, plus it has onboard processing for the latest digital surround sound formats.

Cable clutter out — sublime picture quality in

HDMI switching lets you connect up to six high-definition video components. With both audio and video signals going via HDMI, you'll have convenient single-cable connections to your compatible high-def components, and just one cable running to your TV. Plus, sophisticated video processing helps you get a better picture with older video sources like a VCR or non-HD cable box: just hook them up to the receiver with analog cables, and it sends a cleaner-looking digital signal to your TV via HDMI.

Easy system setup and control

Sony knows that most rooms present acoustic hurdles that can make setting up your system in the traditional way a time-consuming hassle. That's why they've included their auto speaker calibration, which takes away the pain, making setup quick, simple, and accurate. Just plug in the included microphone, place it in your favorite seat, and the 'DA1800ES automatically adjusts the volume and delay settings for each speaker. The result is precise, well-balanced home theater sound, custom-tailored for your specific room and speakers. And with Sony's intuitive on-screen menu, selecting sources and preferences is just a convenient click away.

Average Review:

This is a awesome receiver,The sound is phenomenal,Easy to use GUI.This is my second Sony ES receiver,Only needed to upgrade to the new one for the 4k pass through,My old ES is still working perfect after 12 years.The video being passed through comes out perfect.Thank you Sony.

Sony STR-DA1800ES Reviews

Awesome Receiver

This is a awesome receiver,The sound is phenomenal,Easy to use GUI.This is my second Sony ES receiver,Only needed to upgrade to the new one for the 4k pass through,My old ES is still working perfect after 12 years.The video being passed through comes out perfect.Thank you Sony.

my first ES

the es series was always on my short list, just out of reach. finally I decided to pony up the extra coin for my first ES, and I'm glad I did. I was concerned at first, as this unit was much lighter then the onkyo I was replacing. also had no cooling fan like my onkyo, and while it seems to run a little hot, it hasn't overheated or shut down. what I love best is the bottom end, warm full rich sound at lower volumes with consistant power delivery through the entire range. my onkyo was like some sports cars, not a lot of power on the bottom end, but plenty at the top. other stereos are like muscle cars, good bottom end power, but not a lot up top. my ES is a supercar, power everywhere!

Pros:great sound, lots of features, great value.

Cons:runs hot when you keep the volume up.

3 of 4 found this helpful

After 14 years, an update.

This receiver replaced another ES receiver that I had since 1999. Really, the old one was still going great. The problem was, it didn't have any HDMI ports and so despite still sounding great and working perfectly well - in fact, just as well as it did the day I got it, it was time to get a new receiver.
I tried to choose what was essentially the same as the one I had before, but it turns out my needs didn't really match up with the top-of-the-line ES receiver and so I got this, the penultimate version. Even then, I know I'm not using all of the features that this came with this receiver. I would much rather use my AppleTV then the built-in AirPlay functionality. The reason is actually my biggest problem with the receiver: the quality of the menus that you see on screen. Obviously anyone who's buying this receiver is connecting it to a 1080p TV, but the menus appear to have come from an Atari 2800 from the 1980's.
This reviver is much smaller and lighter than my old ES. I keep telling myself that it is because the current technology needs way fewer analog input daughter cards and cables and the components are die-shrunk so thy no longer need those enormous heatsinks, but part of my wonders if it's just that Sony's cutting corners with the ES line these days (decades).
Still, it sounds great and works perfectly (except for an HDMI sync problem that keeps cropping up, but I blame that on the interstitial Monoprice HDMI switch since it only ever happened on that port)

Pros:Great sound
Sturdy Construction
A wide range of features without going out into the "just for your mansion" or "a novelty" range. Everything here has a good chance of actually being used by you.

Cons:Crummy menus
I miss the old hardware-style volume knob that would always left you see volume based on analog position and motorized movement. (another area I suspect penny-pinching, though I also see the reliability gain the is potentially has)

10 of 10 found this helpful

Dependability

This Sony receiver is everything I expected it to be. The sound is unbelievable. I picked out a CD from the 60's and to my surprise it played better than ever before. Blu ray movies is my thing so I compared the blu ray dvd player connected to the TV . To me the colors were more vivid and the sound was great. Especially the sub woofer. The best part is the 5 year warranty that comes the receiver at no extra charge.

Pros:Price
features
modern plugins
warranty

Cons:I don't need two

2 of 5 found this helpful

Great product

Replaced a previous Sony ES that lasted 11 years. Great sound. Easy hook up and I like the smaller size. The only downside I have found would be the built in menu for set up. This pretty much requires one to have the device connected to video as doing the set up without the screen was very difficult.

Pros:Sony quality

Cons:Menu is difficult to use. My device seems to always go to mute when changing from Apple TV, Cable and Blu Ray.

4 of 4 found this helpful

Complicated setup

Generally a nice piece of equipment. Good sound and easy to use but I found the set up very tedious and the manual was poorly written. The GUI is not very user friendly and the set up logic is not what I would consider logical.

Pros:Good sound, easy to use interfaces. Can run two TV's with different programming simultaneously - which is why I purchased this unit.

Cons:Complicated setup. Tight spacing for speaker wire connections.

7 of 9 found this helpful

Just what I wanted

I bought this receiver to replace a SONY ES receiver that finally died after 13 years. It was relatively easy to set up and sounds quite nice. It takes a little getting used to with the various sound fields, etc. but once you experiement with it a bit you can figure out which sound fields sound best with each type of input. There are plenty of HDMI inputs for all the various components. The remote seems to work well although I haven't attempted to set it up as a universal reemote to work all of the other devices. The bluetooth works with the iphone and the USB on the front of the unit is perfect for hooking up an ipod. I have only had the unit for a few weeks now, but so far, so good.

Pros:Sounds great. Easy to set up. Lots of HDMI hookups

Cons:None yet

4 of 4 found this helpful

My love affair with Sony Products continues

The '1800ES replaces another Sony mid-priced/mid-level AVR champion, the STRDG 820. There was hardly a plausible reason for me to change the '820, except that I needed a little more power. So, when I read the specs of the '1800ES and observed that most were similar to the '820, but, with a 'beefy' toroidal transformer and large capacitors I fell for them. Now I have so much power that I keep lowering the volume of certain TV programs and movies. I have it anchored to Direct TV, a Sony S350 BDP player, an Oppo BDP103, a Sony Hi-Fi Stereo Plus VCR and Sony 46HX750 TV. Now I am in home-theater heaven with excellent picture and sound.

Pros:Excellent picture and clean powerful sound.

Cons:I attempted to hook up another region free DVD player that I have, but only the picture is being transported to the TV and no sound, even after changing HDMI cables. However, after reading several 'trouble-shooting' instructions, it seems that there is a software incompatibility.

6 of 6 found this helpful

Awesome Receiver!

This replaces a Sony STR-DA2ES as an HDMI capable upgrade - i'm very impressed with the sound improvement, which i can only attribute to the Sound Optimization / Mic algorithm in the receiver. The theatre sound is even more impressive and the bass is definitely more pronounced out of the subwoofer. The switching between inputs is a little slow, but other than that, an excellent receiver.

Very Solid!

Overall the sound quality is great. Loaded with features. LOTS of HDMI connectivity. The on screen GUI could be a little more user friendly. Very satisfied with the unit.

Pros:Loaded with features
Good sound quality

Cons:On screen GUI could be more user friendly

7 of 8 found this helpful

Best receiver, easy setup

BenT from Houston,TX on 1/31/2013

Very easy to setup. Sync'ed up with the Sony Xperia universal remote touch screen tablet. Was able to connect and switch between HD modes very well. Sound was crystal clear and deep bass rich sounds. Currently setup with center channel, subwoofer, in-ceiling speakers and surround.

Pros:Easy to setup, wifi is great, performed software update took about 10 minutes, wonderful rich sounds.

Very Very Pleased

I'm so happy that I purchased these receiver. It's easy to setup, and easy to use. Plus, I love the upconvert feature. Everything looks and sounds just great!! I have it paired with a Panasonic BDT-220 BluRay player, a Sony XBR TV, and a Polk Audio Surround50 sound bar. Very pleased with my little home theater setup. It's just perfect for my small room.

Pros:Ease of setup....easy GUI interface for settings....Easy to use..... great sound and picture from all sources!

Product Research

Audio Features

ES (Elevated Standard) Series: The Sony STR-DA1800ES AV
receiver is part of Sony's ES (Elevated Standard) line-up. TheAV receiver's
incredible sound quality comes from care and craftsmanship with the ultimate
goal of creating powerful sound while eliminating distortion. Carefully selected
parts tuned for high-resolution sound with amazing clarity are combined with
technology developed specifically for the ES-line. The STR-DA1800ES is equipped
with a powerful transformer for better overall sound, while two large block
electrolytic capacitors provide the main power supply. These devices are
particularly critical for sound quality and provide an overall improvement to
the entire frequency range. The STR-DA1800ES comes with an industry leading
5-year parts and labor warranty, 90-day advanced exchange program, and dedicated
toll-free support line staffed by CEDIA-trained product experts (1-877-619-7669;
Monday - Friday 10am - 7pm ET).

7.2ch AV Receiver: The Sony STR-DA1800ES AV receiver is
equipped with a 7-channel amplifier rated at 100 watts (into 8-ohms, at
20-20khz, with 0.09% THD, driving 2 channels) and dual subwoofer preamp outputs
for a Dolby Digital/DTS home theater application. The 7-channel amplifier can be
configured to suit your home AV application.

Front Height: You can enjoy vertical sound effects if
you connect two additional Front-Height speakers in Dolby Pro Logic IIz
mode. No Surround Back speakers in this configuration.

B-Speakers: If you are only connecting a 5.2ch speaker
system, you can use the Surround Back/Front Height/Front B channels as a
Speaker B output, allowing you to place a pair of speakers in another room
of the house. Speaker B can be played at the same time of Speaker A, or by
itself.

Bi-Amp: If you are not using the Surround Back/Front
Height/Front B channels at all, you can connect them to your front speakers
using a bi-amplifier connection (provides better sound quality for front
speakers). A bi-amplification connection uses two amplifiers for one
speaker. One amplifier is connected to the woofer section of a loudspeaker
while the other is connected to the combined midrange and tweeter section.
With this arrangement each amplifier operates over a limited frequency
range, making its job easier.

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (DCAC): The Sony
STR-DA1800ES is equipped with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Technology which
uses the included microphone to automatically check the speaker connections,
adjust the speaker output levels, calculate the distance from each speaker to
the listening position, and distinguish frequency characteristics of each
speaker. The microphone has an 15' cord attached that plugs into the microphone
input on front of the receiver. You can also choose to manually adjust the AV
receiver's speaker settings.

Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) Mode: The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)
mode allows you to listen to high fidelity sound and select the decoding mode
for listening to a 2-channel stereo sound as multi-channel. You can set the
A.F.D. mode to Auto or Multi Stereo.

A.F.D. Auto: Presets the sound as it was
recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects.

Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be
selected if your audio source is connected to the A/V preamplifier via a
digital audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). To enjoy true 7.1ch
Dolby Digital TrueHD and DTS-HD surround sound, the preamp must be connected
to your Blu-ray player via HDMI.

HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD D.C.S): HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.)
is Sony's new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and
digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise response
measurement data of a mastering studio. With this mode, you are able to enjoy
Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound, but also
the best sound ambience, just as the movie's sound engineer intended in the
mastering process. You can choose from the following HD-D.C.S modes - Dynamic,
Theater, Studio, Berlin
Philharmonic Hall, Jazz Club, Live Concert, Stadium, Sports, Portable Audio.

Analog Direct: The receiver's Analog Direct mode outputs audio from
only the front left and right speakers without any tone or DSP processing; only
the volume and front speaker balance adjustments are active.

HP 2CH: Sets the receiver to power only the front left and right
speakers, no surround and no subwoofer. Two channel sources bypass the sound
field processing and multi channel sources are down-mixed to 2 channels.

HP Direct: Amplifies the source without any processing, only the
volume and front speaker balance adjustments are active.

D.L.L. (Digital Legato Linear): The Digital Legato Linear
function is a Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio
signals and analog audio signal to be played back with high quality sound.

Sound Optimizer: No longer do you have to miss out on movies
dynamic sound effects when you need to keep the volume low; the sound optimizer
enables you to hear the smallest sound effect at low volumes. This dynamic
feature gives you the best reproduction of sound effects while keeping the
intended sound stage at high or low volume levels. It automatically calibrates
the sound which cannot be heard well when you turn down the volume level. After
Auto Calibration is performed, the sound level is optimized to suit your
environment.

Advanced Auto Volume: Advanced Auto Volume adjusts the
volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from the connected
equipment. This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial
is louder than the TV programs.

Dynamic Range Compressor: This feature allows you to
compress the dynamic range of the sound track. You can select standard or
maximum compression, or off (only works with Dolby Digital sources).

Equalizer: You can adjust the tonal quality (bass and treble
level) of the front speakers from -6dB to +6dB, in 1dB steps.

Digital Inputs: The receiver has two optical digital
inputs and one coaxial digital inputs (all assignable). You can choose auto
decoding or PCM for the digital audio inputs. Auto will decode the signal in
its original form (Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, etc), PCM decodes the signal to
2-channel.

Headphone Jack: When headphones are plugged into the
full-size 1/4" jack on the front panel, all the speakers are automatically
muted.

Video Features

8 HD Inputs: The Sony STR-DA1800ES is equipped
with eight HD inputs. Six HDMI v.1.4 inputs let you connect a
high-definition satellite receiver, Blu-ray Disc player, and game system for
high definition video and audio. Two component inputs provide
added HD-capable connectivity and versatility.

HDMI: The receiver is equipped with six HDMI v.1.4
inputs for connecting HDMI-equipped audio/video components. All six HDMI
inputs are capable of carrying uncompressed digital audio and 1080p video; as
well as 3D video. The HDMI 4 and HDMI 6 inputs also support 4k pass-through.
In addition there are two HDMI v.1.4 outputs (ARC capable) that feed
audio/video signals to up to two TVs. You can toggle
or simultaneously output the same video between two displays, such as two
televisions or a television plus a projector. One of the HDMI outputs can
also be assigned to support 2nd Zone video, so you can view a different
audio/video source in another room of your home.

x.v.Color: The AV receiver supports x.v.Color, offering a
wider color range than the current broadcast standard. For the x.v.Color feature
to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

Deep Color: The Sony receiver also supports Deep Color which
allows the color depth of video signals passing through HDMI to be raised. The
number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216
colors) with a standard HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be
expressed by 1 pixel is 36 bits with a Deep Color enabled HDMI jack. Since the
gradation of the depth of a color can be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more smoothly expressed. For the Deep Color
feature to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

Note: x.v. Color and Deep Color technology are supported
only when source product, HDMI cable, media and HDTV all support those
features.

HDMI Standby Pass-Through: The HDMI Standby Pass-Through
feature conveniently allows you to access all your HDMI connected devices
without having to power on the receiver .

ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television.

A/V Sync: The audio output can be delayed so that the time
gap between the audio output and the visual display is minimized. This is
especially helpful when you are using a large LCD or plasma TV or a projection
TV. When activated, the delay can be adjusted from 0-300 msec or set to Auto.

Front A/V Input: The Sony AV receiver is equipped with a
front-panel A/V input which consists of a composite video input and stereo audio
RCA input.

Network & Tuner Functions

Network Connection: The Sony STR-DA1800ES A/V receiver
features a rear-panel Ethernet (RJ-45) port and built-in WiFi that allow you to
connect the receiver to your home network via a hardwired or wireless
connection. By connecting the A/V receiver to your home network you are able to
stream select Internet Radio services and audio/video media stored on your
window-based PC to your home audio system. The Sony A/V receiver offers an
on-screen setup wizard to configure the receiver to your home's network. The
following system environment is required to use the network function of this
receiver.

Broadband Line Connection: A Broadband line connection
to the Internet is required in order to listen to select online music
services and to use the software update function of the receiver.

Modem: This is the device that is connected to the
broadband line to communicate with the Internet. Some of these devices are
integrated with the router.

DLNA Certified Media Player: By connecting the Sony
STR-DA1800ES to your home's network, you can listen to music stored on your DLNA
compliant PC through your home's entertainment system. The Sony STR-DA1800ES's
media player function supports Windows-based PCs only.If you
have a Windows 7-based computer, use the Windows Media Player 12 bundled with
Windows 7. If you have a Windows XP or Windows Vista-based computer, install
Windows Media Player 11 software. The receiver supports the following media
files.

Audio
Format

Sampling
Rate

Bit Rate

Linear
PCM

44.1, 48 kHz

16-bit

MP3

32, 44.1, 48 kHz

32-320 kbps

WMA

up to 48 kHz

up to 385 kbps

AAC

8, 11.025, 12, 16,
22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz

up to 576 kbps

Party Streaming: You can play music in other rooms
simultaneously by connecting Sony products which are compatible with DLNA and
the Party Streaming function.

Music Services: You can listen to select music services
offered on the internet with this receiver. You'll be able to enjoy some of the
web's most popular internet radio services;
Pandora,
Music Unlimited, vTuner, and Slacker
(as of 10/26/2014). The STR-DA1800ES will display station name and program-related
information on your TV, via the receiver's on-screen menu (HDMI only). You can
store up to 20 of your favorite internet radio stations.

AM/FM Tuner: The STR-DA1800ES has 30 presets each for AM and
FM for a total of 60. In addition to preset and auto tuning, stations can be
tuned directly by frequency. Each preset station can be given an 8 character
name.

Software/Firmware Update: By downloading the latest version of
software/firmware from Sony, you can take advantage of the newest functions. The receiver
accesses the Sony server to update the software/firmware through its hardwired network
connection. The tested A/V receiver contained software/firmware version
s9025.1018.0, with an immediate update for software/firmware version
s9025.1038.0 (as of
10/26/2012). Visit theSony eSuport website for the latest software updates.

USB/iPod Functions

Sony Compatible USB Port: You can enjoy music from select
Sony USB devices (Walkman/MicroVault/NWZ-series) by connecting the device to the
receiver's front-panel USB (type-A) port. The Sony USB device must be formatted
with FAT16 or FAT32. You can playback the following music files - MP3 (32-320
kbps), WMA (48-192 kbps), and AAC (48-320 kbps). The receiver can recognize up
to 100 folders and 100 audio files in each folder, per device. You are able to
control Play/Pause, Stop, Fast Forward/Rewind, Skip (previous/next), and Folder
(up/down) functions of your connected Sony USB device. The receiver will also
charge your Sony USB device while connected to the front-panel USB port (0.5A).

Note: See page 59 of the AV receiver's Operating
Instructions for compatible Sony USB devices (Walkman/MicroVault/NWZ-series).
Other USB devices cannot be used on this receiver.

Audio Playback: The USB (type-A) port on the
front-panel provides convenient connection for your iPod, iPhone, or iPad.
The USB connection means that the digital audio signal from your iPod,
iPhone, or iPad is transmitted directly to the system, minimizing noise
interference and allowing use of the receiver's DAC, not the DAC in your
Apple device. This results in more precise sound reproduction. You can
navigate your iPod/iPhone's music via the system's on-screen menu and remote
control, or continue to use your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen.
You can browse your iPod/iPhone's music content via Playlist, Artist, Album,
Song, Genre, Composer, Podcast, or Audiobook. You can also control Repeat &
Shuffle functions. Song/artist information and Album Art will display on
your connected TV. Your iPod/iPhone's battery will be charged (max. 0.5A)
while connected.

AirPlay Compatible: AirPlay lets you stream your favorite
songs directly from your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad, or from your iTunes
library on your PC or Mac to the Sony STR-DA1800ES, over your home network
connection. By downloading
Apple's free "Remote" application onto your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad you
don't even need to be in the same room as the components or your computer to
play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. You will
even see the iTunes music information, including your track titles and artist
info via the Sony receiver's on-screen menu (via HDMI). To use the AirPlay
feature you need a Mac or Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.1 or later)
connected to your wireless home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad must
have iOS 4.3 or later installed and connected to the same wireless home network.

iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: Using the included
iPod/iPhone dock, the Sony STR-DA1800ES AV receiver supports the following
iPod/iPhone models and functions (as of 9/24/2013):

Apple Device

Generation

Tested Version

Connection Type

Media Type

Control Type

Display Type

Charge

USB

AirPlay

Audio

Video

Remote

iPod/iPhone

Album Art

Artist/Song Text

Track Info

iPad

1

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

2

8.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

3

8.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

4/air

8.0

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

mini

8.0

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

iPhone

2G

3.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3G

4.2.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3GS

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4

7.1.2

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4S

8.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5/5C/5S

8.0

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

6/6+

8.0

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

touch

1st

2.2.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

2nd

4.2.1

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3rd

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4th

6.1.3

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5th

8.0

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

nano

2nd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3rd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4th

1.0.4

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5th

1.0.2

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

6th

1.2 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

7th

1.02 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

classic

80GB

1.1.2

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

120GB

2.0.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

160GB

2.0.4

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this
doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Convenience Features

On-Screen Menu (via HDMI): You can display the receiver's on-screen
menu on your HDMI connected TV screen and select the function you want to use
from the on-screen menu using the included IR remote control. If your TV is
connected to the composite video or component video monitor output, you will
need to use the AV receiver's front-panel display when changing settings.

Dual Source/Dual Zone: The
Sony STR-DA1800ES AV receiver allows you to enjoy the same or different
audio/video sources in the two different rooms of your home. Zone 2
features stereo line-level outputs. This way, Zone 2 can be powered
by a separate amplifier (keeping 7.2ch playback in your main room). The Sony AV
receiver also provides a Zone 2 HDMI, Component, or Composite video output, so
two different HDMI, Component, or Composite video feeds can be sent to two
different displays at the same time directly from the receiver (you must connect
the same video connection to your second display monitor as connected to your
receiver for that particular source; there is no video-conversion or scaling for
Zone 2). HDMI Zone 2 will also output audio signals (2ch only) for the HDMI
input source selected. The volume of Zone 2 will be controlled by your separate
amp's remote.

Note: The audio/video capabilities of main zone will be limited by
that of Zone 2 when you select the same HDMI input function for both Main
zone and Zone 2.

Input Naming: You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
each of the receiver's inputs (except Tuner) and display the name on its
display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of your
connected components.

Input Mode: When you connect components to both digital and
analog audio input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to
either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of
material you intend to watch.

Settings Lock: The STR-DA1800ES lets you lock the settings of the
receiver, so they are not inadvertently changed.

Sleep Timer: The unit may be set to automatically turn off
after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes.

Dimmer: You can adjust the brightness of the display in 3
steps; Dim Max, Dim Mid, and Dim Off.

Auto Standby: Auto Standby lets you set the receiver switch
to standby mode automatically after 30 minutes when you do not operate the
receiver or when there is no signal input to the receiver.

Remote + Bluetooth Control

Multibrand Remote: The supplied remote (RM-AAP080) is
pre-coded to control this Sony receiver, Sony TVs, Sony CD players, Sony DVD
players and recorders, and Sony Blu-ray disc players and recorders. You can also
program this remote to control non-Sony audio/video components. You can also
change the initial settings of the input buttons on the remote control to suit
the components in your system.

Bravia Theater Sync: Sony's Bravia Theater Sync feature
allows you to easily manage select BRAVIA televisions and Sony HDMI audio and
video components with a single remote. By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the HDMI Control function with a HDMI cable, operation is
simplified in the following ways.

One-Touch-Play: When you playback a component such as a
DVD/Blu-ray Disc Player, the receiver and the TV are turned on automatically
and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select
to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers connected to the
receiver.

System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the
receiver and connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

Remote App Control: Download Sony's free Media Remote and
Network Audio Remote apps from the iTunes or Google play app stores and use your
compatible Apple iOS or Android device to control volume, inputs and receiver
function with the Media Remote app; and control your network music with the
Network Audio Remote app.

Note: The Media & Network Audio Remote apps require that
the Sony A/V receiver and your Apple iOS, Android, or Sony remote device be
connected to the same wireless network with the remote device connected
through an 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended).

Control System Integration: The STR-DA1800ES is certified
with leading control systems for integration. It's also controllable over IP and
includes a 12V trigger output, RS232C port, and IR input/output for more installation options.

Built-in Bluetooth: The Sony STR-DA1800ES offers built-in
Bluetooth version 2.1 + EDR with support for A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile) and AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote Control Profile). You can stream
audio from your Bluetooth enabled mobile device (such as your Apple or Android
smartphone/tablet) to the Sony STR-DA1800ES and
control basic playback functions (such as Play/Pause, Stop, Fast
Forward/Reverse, Next/Previous Track) from the A/V receiver's remote control.
Metadata (song/artist information) is not transferred via Bluetooth. You can
pair up to 9 Bluetooth devices with the STR-DA1800ES (but only one can be used at
a time). Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology,
some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or
may not support all features when used with the Sony STR-DA1800ES.

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I want to use the usb connection to play MKV 7.1 movies. Right now i have to use a separate media player to be able to do this. I would like a receiver that has that ability built in. Most tv's and bluray players can play MKV movies using the usb connection but not in 7.1 sound. This receiver can play 7.1, can it play MKV files?
[ Johnny Nov 06, 2014 ]

Not sure I understand your question, but the only audio or video problem has come with playing VHS movies. i use an Klipsch center channel that gives excellent results. Playing a 1968 Miles Davis CD sounds better than I ever expected. Blu ray movies are great. Hope this may help.[ MELVIN Nov 05, 2014 ]

Yes. Go to the DETAILS tab and then click the in depth notes section.
Where it lists Audio Features, scroll down to Audio Inputs/Outputs and you will find the following:Binding Post Speaker Terminals: The receiver is equipped with binding post speaker terminals for all speaker connections (Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back/Front-Height/Front-B). The binding post speaker terminals will accept bare wire (up to 12-gauge), banana plugs (single/dual), or pin-connectors.FYI, I used spade connectors and they work flawlessly.[ ANTHONY J Oct 20, 2014 ]

If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer. You can also post your question in our forums: http://community.crutchfield.com. Or try our online support center: http://crutchfield.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/kw/.[ Krissy May 18, 2014 ] Staff

Sorry, I live in a one bedroom apartment so I am not using the multi-room output at this time. I can say that I love this receiver and the airplay works flawlessly. It was worth every penny that I spent on it.[ Carl Nov 18, 2013 ]